India’s export sector continued to exhibit positive growth momentum in July 2025, amid trade disruptions and tariff war: FIEO President

Ludhiana, August 14, 2025: The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) applauds the encouraging trade figures for July 2025, reflecting resilience and steady recovery in India’s export sector despite persistent global uncertainties, trade disruptions and above all tariff war, said S C Ralhan, President, FIEO.
 
FIEO President added that India’s total exports for July 2025 are estimated at US$ 68.27 Billion, marking a positive growth of 4.52% over US$ 65.32 Billion in July 2024. While cumulative exports (April–July 2025) reached US$ 277.63 Billion, up from US$ 263.83 Billion in the same period last year—an increase of 5.23%. Merchandise Exports (July 2025) rose to US$ 37.24 Billion, compared to US$ 34.71 Billion in July 2024, registering a growth of 7.3%. While merchandise imports (July 2025) stood at US$ 64.59 Billion, up from US$ 59.48 Billion, reflecting an 8.59% increase. Total Imports (Merchandise & Services Combined) reached US$ 79.99 Billion, with a growth of 6.07% over July 2024.
 
FIEO Chief reiterated expressed optimism over the latest figures, stating that the July trade data indicates that Indian exporters continue to demonstrate remarkable resilience and adaptability amid an evolving global trade environment. The steady growth in merchandise exports, particularly in high-value sectors like engineering, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and gems & jewellery, showcases India’s rising export competitiveness. He added that the front loading of exports to avoid high reciprocal tariff in US may also have pushed exports numbers. 
 
He further added that while the numbers are encouraging, we must remain cautious given global uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions and tariff-related challenges. FIEO urges the government to extend continued support to exporters, especially MSMEs, through faster access to trade finance, targeted incentives, and trade facilitation reforms to sustain this positive momentum, especially looking at the tariff war like situation” he added. President FIEO urged the Government to extend the required support to exports to US till India-US BTA is concluded and put into operation. 
 
FIEO President reiterated the need for continued focus on strengthening the manufacturing ecosystem, enhancing logistics infrastructure, diversifying export markets and boosting R&D and innovation for high-value exports. He further added that the Federation remains committed to supporting exporters in navigating challenges and achieving India’s ambitious export targets.